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Wisconsin Main Street Success Stories Recognized at 35th Awards Ceremony
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Wisconsin Main Street Success Stories Recognized at 35th Awards Ceremony

WEDC salutes impactful projects, local achievements at event in downtown Wausau

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin
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Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters

The State of Politics: Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor
The State of Politics

Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor

Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.

DNR Confirms CWD in Wild Deer in La Crosse County
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DNR Confirms CWD in Wild Deer in La Crosse County

Baiting And Feeding Ban Extended

2025 Preliminary Gun Deer License Sales And Harvest Totals Available
The State of Politics: More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
The State of Politics

More Names Surface in Governor’s Race

And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.

Youth Sue State to Overturn Laws Affecting Climate Crisis

Youth Sue State to Overturn Laws Affecting Climate Crisis

Environmental groups representing Wisconsin youth aged 8-17 filed lawsuit.

Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Announces Invasive Species Action Awards Winners
Wisconsin No Longer a Leader in Childhood Vaccinations

Wisconsin No Longer a Leader in Childhood Vaccinations

Percentage of children not getting vaccinated 4 times higher than 25 years ago.

Making a lasting impression in Viroqua
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Making a lasting impression in Viroqua

WEDC Secretary visits planned Vibrant Spaces site, other downtown projects

Gov. Evers Appoints Jeff Hastings to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board, Reappoints Bill Smith
Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards for Flood Resilience
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Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards for Flood Resilience

Funding to help local communities prevent and prepare for flooding events

Wisconsin’s Largest Voucher School Will Pull In $40 Million in 2025

Wisconsin’s Largest Voucher School Will Pull In $40 Million in 2025

Christian school Academy of Excellence in Milwaukee a leader in state voucher funds.

Measles Vaccination Rates Falling Across Wisconsin

Measles Vaccination Rates Falling Across Wisconsin

Down by 20% in some counties over past decade. State has second worst rate in U.S.

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel
Wisconsin Has 18,000 Federal Workers. How Many Will Be Lost?

Wisconsin Has 18,000 Federal Workers. How Many Will Be Lost?

Workers face buyouts, layoffs. Delivery of services in state may suffer.

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
45 and Counting: CUB celebrates milestone working for Wisconsinites
2024 Gun Deer Hunt License Sales And Harvest Totals Now Available
DNR Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award Winners On America Recycles Day
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Sergeant Jack Hohlfeld Who Lost His Life in World War II
Op Ed: Wisconsin Among Minority of States Shielding Police Data
Op Ed

Wisconsin Among Minority of States Shielding Police Data

Suit seeks release of data on officers who face misconduct allegations that get rehired.

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.

DWD Announces Almost $1.3 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants
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DWD Announces Almost $1.3 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 12 employers and new or increased wages for 714 trainees

Gov. Evers Appoints Angela Palmer-Fisher as Vernon County District Attorney
Data Wonk: Why GOP Fears Advisory Referendums
Data Wonk

Why GOP Fears Advisory Referendums

Vernon County's vote against abortion ban helps explain local restrictions in revenue sharing bill.

Gov. Evers Appoints Lindsey Formanek as Vernon County Register of Deeds
Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Vernon County Register of Deeds